The Memories of Angels
2008•G•1h 21m•8.0•Released
Documentary
Documentary, poetry and essay rolled into one, this compilation of stockshots and clips sourced from NFB productions of the '50s and '60s offers a singular lesson in Montreal history - its famous figures, symbolic places, and ordinary citizens. Without commentary, the film moves from the red light district to Jean Drapeau, the Jacques-Cartier market, department stores downtown, textile factories, and the construction of Place Ville-Marie. We meet Geneviève Bujold, Oscar Peterson, Monique Mercure, and Igor Stravinsky. We hear Raymond Lévesque, Jean Drapeau, and René Lecavalier.
Director
Luc Bourdon
Languages
English, French
Studio
ONF | NFB
Cast
Paul Anka
Self (archive footage)
Geneviève Bujold
Self (archive footage)
Oscar Peterson
Self (archive footage)
Igor Stravinsky
Self (archive footage)
Carol-Lynne Traynor
Caroline
Production
Company
ONF | NFB
Producer
Christian Medawar
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